The DES-1210-52 features state-of-the-art security technologies including ACL filtering and IP-MAC-Port Binding. With D-Link Safeguard Engine, the switch remains available in the event of a virus outbreak.

Furthermore, the DES-1210-52 uses Auto Voice VLAN, ensuring higher priority for voice traffic. Quality of Service (QoS) and granular bandwidth control down to 64 kbps are also included.

A characteristic of D-Link's web Smart Switches is their ease of use, via a simple web browser. Advanced users can also configure the switch via Telnet or SNMP package such as D-Link's D-View 6.0. D-Link's SmartConsole utility is also included for the joint management of several switches.